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Criminal Assault Attorney in New York City

Need a Lawyer for an Assault Case? Call (646) 770-0989!

Searching for a lawyer for an assault case in New York City? If you have
been accused of, or are under
investigation, for assault or any assault- related crime, do not hesitate to contact
a New York City criminal attorney from our firm.

We handle the full spectrum of
criminal cases in New York City and bring years of experience in the handling of all
aspects of case preparation and defense, using a fast-acting, proactive
and personal approach. Whether you have been formally charged with assault
or are under investigation, it is vital that you act immediately to protect
your rights.

What Is Assault?

Assault has been defined as a deliberate act which leads another to believe
they are about to be physically harmed. There must be an observable capability
to cause harm as well threats of harm; a verbal threat alone is not sufficient
to be considered assault. For example, a person cannot be charged with
assault for yelling threats at another person, but can be accused of assault
if he or she waves a weapon or even a fist at the individual.

From the viewpoint of the law, the fear or threat of physical harm experienced
by another is in itself deserving of punishment, even if there is no actual
physical damage to the person being assaulted. Because of the inclusion
of threat of harm in the definition, police do not have to wait for a
person to suffer physical attack by another before intervening and making
an arrest. If you have questions about what constitutes an assault offense,
do not hesitate to contact our firm at any time and we are happy to clarify
the laws for you.

Types of Assault Offenses

Assault and battery are terms which are often used interchangeably to define
an intentional act of harm against another individual. It may or may not
involve actual injury such as a cut, a broken bone, a bruise. It can also
be an intentional act which is objectionable or insulting to another person.
The term "simple battery" is used to describe the acts that
result in actual harm and is typically considered a misdemeanor.

The three elements necessary to constitute a case of battery are:

Actual act by the perpetrator

Intention to cause harm

Harmful / offensive contact

Aggravated assault is an act which is deliberately intended to cause major bodily harm or
murder, or an act committed with a dangerous weapon, capable of causing great
bodily harm or death.
Aggravated assault vs. assault is adjudicated by the extent of the damage done to the person or which
may be done if the person commits the threatened act.

An aggravated assault may also result in actions involving people in certain
categories that the legal system defines as needing special protection
(such as the elderly or mentally impaired). Aggravated assault is charged
as a felony offense in all states. If the act does not satisfy the criteria
described above, it is an assault, not aggravated assault. Criminal assault
may be punished by fines, imprisonment or both.

Let H. Benjamin Perez & Associates, P.C. Defend You

Looking for a
violent crime attorney for an assault case in NYC? Whether you are facing simple battery, assault
or aggravated assault charges, the penalties on the line are harsh and
have long-lasting consequences. We are equipped to build a hard-hitting
defense and fight to avoid this serious conviction. Our firm offers a
free case evaluation, so you are able to ask us questions and discuss
the possible plans of action for your case.

Call us today at (646) 770-0989 right away for aggressive legal defense!

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